September 25, 2018 Pit bull formerly used in fighting ring joins Virginia police department At one time, a 3-year-old pit bull’s life was contained to a fighting ring in Canada. But three years years later, the young pup has been given a new lease on life, training to become an official K-9 officer.
September 25, 2018 North Carolina man chops copperhead snake into 'a dozen pieces' after it bites family dog Brian Lewis felt a sense of panic when his dog's loud barks in the backyard "suddenly stopped" last week. He rushed outside to discover his pup, Winnie, had been injured.
September 24, 2018 Dog stuffed into trash bin dies; owner arrested A Florida woman who confessed to shoving her dog into a trash bag and in a dumpster has been charged in the incident, officials said.
September 22, 2018 Texas shelter puppy finds home working with dispatchers at city’s communication center A shelter puppy recently adopted in Texas has a new job working as a sergeant, the City of Broger announced this week.
September 22, 2018 Florida couple rescues 'starving' puppies found in bucket A Florida couple has received praise for rescuing three “starving” puppies that were left in a bucket on a rural road.
September 21, 2018 Wisconsin man naps with cats at animal sanctuary, goes viral A 75-year-old retired Spanish teacher in Green Bay, Wisconsin, made headlines this week after he was documented taking cat naps -- with actual cats.
September 21, 2018 These flea and tick medications for pets are causing seizures, other neurological issues, FDA warns Heads up, pet owners: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration Thursday warned some flea and tick medications can potentially cause “neurological adverse events” in dogs and cats.
September 18, 2018 Texas veterinarian warns wild mushrooms after heavy rains can be toxic for pets Heads up, Texas pet owners: a veterinarian in the state warns wild mushrooms could present dangers to dogs, specifically, after prolonged, rainy weather.
September 18, 2018 Hurricane Florence: Stranded pets get rescued from floodwaters in North Carolina Displaced cats and dogs also needed a helping hand in the wake of the hurricane.